Chemicals? In My Food?
Of course there are! Now, don't jump to any negative conclusions. There are a myriad of chemical interactions that occur in our food that are responsible for their delightful characteristics such as flavor, aroma, and appearance! This site aims to illuminate some of the mystery and break down the barrier that most people construct between the scientific field of chemistry and the everyday subject of food. While these two might at first appear completely separate, they are in fact intertwined and inseparable - much to our benefit!
There are a number of different reactions that occur in front of our eyes without our knowledge or consent. Learning how to master reactions such as the Maillard Reaction and Caramelization can lead to very tasty results, while exploring the complexity of Baking can help improve those cupcakes and brownies! There are also a number of fun experiments that can be performed at home to demonstrate some of these processes.
So what are you waiting for, chemistry awaits!
There are a number of different reactions that occur in front of our eyes without our knowledge or consent. Learning how to master reactions such as the Maillard Reaction and Caramelization can lead to very tasty results, while exploring the complexity of Baking can help improve those cupcakes and brownies! There are also a number of fun experiments that can be performed at home to demonstrate some of these processes.
So what are you waiting for, chemistry awaits!